2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 470 kg more than 1949 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | Spider | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
